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Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
SHORT SESSION.
Council Passes More Railway Ordinances and
Talks About the Weather.

City council met last evening with
Healy, English, Derby, Johnson, Brown
and Buckridge present. 1t seemed to be
the general belief that little business would
be transacted as it is Christmas time and
all wanted rest. Some complained of head
ache and it was intimated that a stock of
that sort of stuff was kept on hand by
some people to use on short notice or set
occasions. The lobby was moderately
well-filled, showing considerable interest
in some matters which it was deemed by
the dear people quite important.
The working hours of city weighers were
changed, and will hereafter be on hand
from a. III. until 6 p. III.
Mr. Healy, of the railroad committee, in
troduced an ordinance for the Wichita s.
Western, asking the right of way on West
Orme street next to the river 1t brought
up the old question and Johnson asked if
techheimer had dedicated the street con
cerned in the ordinance.
The city attorney stated that if the street
does not go to the river the ordinance will
be of no value. The first ordinance was
intended 10 cover the missing link, but
dates prior to that section being street.
present ordinance.
Mr. Buckridge insisted that he did not
want TO vote for the ordinance, as he was
''iubus" of all corporations. On II more
complete explanation of the matter Mr..
BuckridCe consented TO vote in the affirm
ative. The ordinance was SO amended as
TO allow only one track
Mr. Heaiy stated that the people on
Mosley avenue were kicking quite d good
deal about the Kansas Midland switch
and the Rock Island road. They wanted
Rock Island avenue opened up from
Douglas avenue to Central avenue
Mr. Buckridge thought it a very good
question and demands immediate action
He moved that the street committee
give the matter special attention and re
port at next meeting. The motion was
carried.
Mr.. johnson, of the gas committee,
announced that Mr.. Goldberg, of
''blinher" fame was on hand with
lights and ready to locate the
same He was anxious that a
committees be empowered to locate the
lamps
While the suggestion was being made
some of the brethren looked at Healy with
a smile, the result Of his former strenuous
efforts TO turn the blinkers down.
The treasurer's report showed =. 400 in
bank and street bills amounting to the
same We're allowed.
The council adjourned to meet tomorrow
at , p, IA, to hear reports of some special
committees
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
ritten for the Daily Eagle
TO BRIDGET DONAHUE.

It's thankful / am that wan lady at Taste
Has a heart that can soften at anyone's
woe;
And your hint at protection is gist to me
taste
For want less of English, such English
you know.
And whin the dear shamrock shall stand,
in its beauty,
To mlngle its fragrance with our own
native clover;
With our chief now abroad to lade us to
duty,
He'll have less of English, and much less
of Grover
Thin here is me hand, in all righteous en-
divor,
To lift up the fallen, to right ivry wrong;
With the ganius of fradom marching on
ward foriver,
Giving hope to the poor, and the wake
making sthrong.
PAT LANAHAN.
Faith, l Will how'd me own on the right
good occasion,
And not like spalpeen will / turn thin
me back:
But I'll put on the brakes to avoid col
lasiOn,
And, with hat in me hand, will sthand
on the track. L.
WEST WICHITA, Dec. 26, 81.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
CANTATA.

Last evening the vocal class Of Mrs. VI.
E. Nuss, teacher of vocal and instrumental
music in Wichita university, gave Christ
mas cantata in the Reformed church that
was highly appreciated by the large audi
ence present. The soloes, duettes, trios
and choruses were all rendered in a charm
ing manner. The young ladies taking
prominent parts were Misses Anna Frank,
Gertie Owens, Sallie Yohe, Mary Brown,
Greco and Jean Love. The young gentle
men were Messrs. d. 5. Slower. W. II. H.
Troupe Daniel f. Jack aud A B. Dun
dore. Besides these there was quite a
number of girls and boys who sang solos
and in the choruses.
Mr.. Walter Jones with his violin, and
Mr.. A. B. Dundore with his cornet, added
very much to the instrumental part of the
programme Miss Laura Nuss presided at
the organ in a very superior manner. Mrs.
Nuss and Miss Laura are certainly among
the best musical instructors in both vocal
and instrumental music. All present
seemed to enjoy the entertainment greatly
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
CHRISTMAS CONCERT.

The entertainment ar the Central Chris
tian church last night was enjoyed by a
crowded and delighted house. Mr. Pense
as master of ceremonies evinced to all his
superior qualifications as Sunday school
superintendent The drill was simply
superb. Besides number of songs, the
cantata, named THE Better Choice" was
well rendered. Miss Eta Gooch person
ated Life: Miss Vesta Hobbs, Youth; Miss
Wells, Pleasure; Mr. Warner, Fame; Miss
Mills, Religion. Youth. after all the mo-
tives pressed with eloquence by Pleasure
with her flowers and Fame with his crown,
chose Religion by accepting the cross. At
intervals chorus of little girls warned or
applauded Youth in songs suitable TO the
occasion
After the cantata, the distribution of
presents was made, and all went away re-
solved to make the Sunday school first in
thought and effort No parent present
could fail TO perceive the great benefit to
his child to be gained by faithful work in
the Sunday school. The school is promised
another concert soon.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
AN ENTERPRISENG FIRM.

But few firms east or west keep pace
with NeSSrs Corner Farnum d Co, of
the Royal Spice Mills in their enterprise
and energy. They are always abreast of
the times, and while they have only been
i'll business in our city less than two years
it can truly he said of them that they lead
and others follow. Last Saturdays sales
in their celebrated cut loaf baking powder
reached three tons, being shipped into
different states and into such cities as
Pueblo, Boulder, Colorado Springs, Colo
RADIO, Gainesville, Dallas. Texas, Joplin
and Springfield. Missouri, TT, Smith, Ar
kansas, and in all of the prominent cities
in our own state. This firm are pushing
and selling their manufactured goods in
sections where freights and time are
against them.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
MARRIED..
O'NEARA-CHAPNAN.

At the residence of Col Fellows yester-
day forenoon by Rev. /. : Hodgson. Fred
W. Chapman and Miss Anna O'Meara.
Mr.. Chapman is young business man OF
Kansas City and has been engaged for
some time as kookkeeper for Dold x Sons
Of Kansas City. The bride, who is from
Ottawa, III, is quite well and favorably
known in this city, having been employed
IN the millinery department of the Trade
Palace.
At the conclusion OF the ceremony the
happy couple left for Kansas City where
they will, for the time being, make their
home.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

PERSONAL.

DR.. Boyd and wife spent their Christmas
in Salina
d. V. Mulvane was down from Topeka
yesterday.
J. {. Clark and wife, of Omaha, are in
the city.
j, r. Mclaughlin was in from Ashland
yesterday.
Capt. w. l.. Finley, of the L. S. army, is
at the Manhattan.
Louis Renard and b. Burlington, of St.
LOUIS, are in the city.
John q. Hess. of the Wichita & Western,
came in from kingman yesterday
John Davis and wife, of Galveston,
Texas, are registered at Hotel Gandolfo.
The magnificent looking and handsome
form of Hon. A. l.. Redden, of FL Dorado,
was seen on our streets yesterday.
Mr.. and Mrs. l.. c. Topping, of the
Manhattan, left for Galveston, Texas, last
evening, Via the Santa Re route.
Misses Lucy and Laura Mathews, two
charming young ladies of Columbia, Mo-
are visiting here, the guests Of their sister,
Mrs. q. NJ. bearing, IA North Ohio
avenue.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

The mistakes are due to oversight IN
proof reading and it is very unfortunate
that they occurred. As all expected to
see the numbers in the Sunday issue it is
feared the successful tickets for prizes in
correctly reported were destroyed.
Last evening eight of the prizes had not
been called for and as yet the owners are
unknown.
The following persons have claimed their
prizes:
First prize-Miss Callie Ruggles.
SecOnd-B Bertha Reese.
Third-Anna b. Edwards.
Fifth-Mary c. Chamberlain.
EiGhth-Mrs. NJ. K. Doyle.
Nnth-Col. Jocelyn.
Twelfth-Neilie Maupin.
Fifteenth-Mrs VI. r. Merritt.
Seventeenth-Mrs. J. {. Ross.
Eighteenth-Miss Belle Hirsh.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
NOT SUFFERING.

Mr. John V Moffitt returned Sunday
evening from a business trip OF some days
to the western part of the state. He took
in the blizzard and says there was plenty
of snow and cold wind. He was in Scott,
Wichita and Greeley counties most Of the
time and says there j. no more suffering
there from the blizzard than IN the aver
age counties. The heavy snow i looked
upon as a good thing for wheat and the
farmers are glad to see it.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
ADJUSTMENTS.
NiI-SEINf-

The recent severe weather has not been
( favorable for amusement seekers. but the
museum seemed to be but little affected.
/ ''Kathlene Mavourneen" gives way this
week TO the well known play of Phoenix
/ The stock company has been further
strengthened and no finer dramatic enter
! tainment can be witnessed anywhere.
Amongst the newcomers are Mr., Dave
McCord an old favorite in Wichita, Mr..
Chas. Ellis and Mr.. Lester Jordan. To
day the museum gives grand Christmas
matinee, and all of the old favorites will
make their appearance
New scenery and extensive preparations
are being made for the production of that
great emotional drama entitled The
Bankers Daughter The production of
this play establishes the ability of the
museum stock company.
MAIN STREET THEATEE
The attraction at the Main Street this
week is a superior one and the house last
night was crowded, Mr., Lodge is quite
fortunate in securing the Wallace Sisters
and also the great banjoist Mr.. Chas T..
Dodson. They all made "A decided hit
The play produced was the we'll known
five act drama. minnie Luck. or Life in
j n.
ing Minnie. and was equally as fascinating
and clever as the flower girl or As the so
cetv belle Miss Minnie's "Inky Dick"
was a neat, artistic and well rendered i m
personation, while Miss Maud brought
down the house as Cleopatra. All the
other members of the cast sustained well
their respective characters and were
awarded their full share of popular favor.
Mr.. DObsOn'S banjo playing was wonderful
-.
This bill continues during the week and
fran the reception accorded it at the first
presentation, very successful week Is
promised.
CRAWFORD.
The benevolent home benefit drew fair
sized audience to the Crawford last night.
When the curtain rose Billy Arlington
came forward and stated that the mem
bers of the Lotus Club, who were down on
the program for musical selections, had
for some unknown reason failed TO put in
an appearance, but that he would 90 on
with the entertainment and do the best
he could without them. Mr.. Arlington
proved a host in himself, and succeeded IN
giving those present a vc ry pleasant even
ing's' entertainment. The program was
concluded with an amusing farce entitled
Inc ItlION JItJ iDDhS Ike Inc, III WHICH
Miss Nirgie Bunell and Mr. Owen Oliver
appeared TO advantage.
On Monday evening, the 2nd of January,
will appear at Crawford's opera house the
little soubrette Cora Van Tassel supported
by her excellent dramatic company. in the
new spectacular Hidden Hand. - "A drama
tiZation of Mrs. l.. ID. r. y. Southworth's
famous New York Ledger story of that
name The piece will be Superbly mounted
with elegant special scenery and new and
novel mechanical effects and every detail
will be carefully looked after. This com
pany carry their own band and orchestra
GARFIELD.
Mr.. Frank Linden, supported by an able
company, opened a weeks engagement
last night in the Count of Monte CristO,
Mr. Lendins Interpretation of the title
role is life like in every detail, the result
Of careful study and years Of experience.
There was a good sized audience present
and the performance gave satisfaction.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
GASOLINE FIRE

Christmas morning near half-past eight
o'clock gasoline stove exploded in the
frame shanty on the southeast corner of
Douglas and Lawrence avenues. The fire
caught quite readily, and it was thought
the old boards would soon be no more.
About the time the fire reached the roof in
the south end of the building some fellows
who had been sleeping in the garnet We're
seen falling out on the sidewalk. The fire
department was on hand in good time but
the fire had gained such Roadway that
there is little substantial left OF the
ShantV.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

This sale will include full line of gold
headed silk umbrellas, gents furnishing goods.
ladies underwear, gloves and wooden hosiery,
latest novelties in dress goods, elegant mufs
and boas; also all goods in our millinery de-
partment We will make sweeping reduc-
ton in this department to close out all fall
stock Don't forget the clock we give away
to every purchaser buying cloak costing S
or over In fact anything you want you can
buy cheaper from US than any house in the
city.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

To our many friends and patrons we cor
daily extend Merry Christmas and Happy
New Year. Our past years business has
been very satisfactory one to us and we feel
assured it has also been to those who have ex-
amined our stock and purchased our goods
Our motto, all goods marked in plain figures
and one-prlce to everyone, has won us a host
of friends and we will strive during the COM
ing year to give them greater bargains than
ever offered before This week we will offer
all holiday goods at great reduction. These
goods will be offered at such runiously low
prices that all can afford to make their best
friend present.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
POLICE r0TRT.

Judge Dixon was kept busy all day yes
terday adjusting the little difficulties and
irregularities Of conduct that had grown
ont of Christmas celebration.
First. there was Antoine Becker, who had
been very noisy. and who now celebrates
In the cooler Then came Jim Morris. al
old chestnut in the court; n made his
eighteenth distinct appearance before his
honor and was, as ever in the past. sent u
the cooler.
Next was Chas Robinson, John Powers
and eight other-, all guilty of the same
offense and all penniIess- Chas EIbert
and Chas Robbins were each guilty Of re
sisting arrest and each contributed e. and
cost TO the city.
Bill Freeman was accused Of bang al
all around vagrant; but Is vas proven thai
he had been at work for the past thTee
months, and 80 was dismissed Jane
Riley. accused II the same offense, was not.
however. 30 fortunate. but being unable
10 pay fine o. SO VIII not BE out for some
days.
Frank Aulleney was the other kind q a
vsg; and be, too, being unable 20 pay hi~
fne-Sl01 IA this case-vsiI be RIley's com
panion-
L F. Emerine and Robert True kept
their places q business open OF SUNDAY
and each paid 50 and costs.
Doc Miller. w z Calls ard Jora Carr
were 81 disturbers cf the peace and ~
ceiye1 the regulation dose with proper &C
Compartments
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

Squire Martin has just returned from a
trip 10 the Pacific coast He went by the
northern route and returned via Fl Paso
The Squire says he saw some strikingly
beautiful bits of scenery. but that there
was none that struck him a being so grand
as that OF his own Wichita.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

Mr.. F. o. Rushing, general manager OF
Schuyler company left the city nearly ten
days ago on purely business trip, as he
termed it in explanation TO the boys. 1t
was later learned that he went TO eastern
Pennsylvania and few days ago was mar
RED To Miss Kate Scott Clapp. They eX-
pected to arrive at O'Clock this morning
and will occupy rooms at Exton flats, on
Williams street
The employees at the plant have been
making arrangements TO give general
manager and his wife grand reception on
their return.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
ARRESTED

Last night Officer Harmon arrested a
man on North Main near the Gandolfo sta
BILE The prisoner gave the name Of Thorn
as Burke He Is charged with having
stolen fine 45-calibre revolver and after
wards pawning it. He was locked up in
the city prison and viii be given hearing
today for petty Larceny
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

desire TO express my appreciation of the
handsome pair of bisque Egyptian car
rierS, which ii was my good fortune 10
draw from among the many valuable
prizes given by the New York store on
Christmas Eve. BERTHA REESE.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

I. l.. MuliniX, of the auction house,
corner Main and Douglas, wishes to ex-
press his sincere thanks publicly, TO the
''boyS" in his employ, p. Burroughs, F.
w. Knapp, l.. VI. Lowenthell, w y.
Hunnicutt. W w. Schenck and \. l.
Barber for their kind remembrance tc
him on Christmas eve
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

Christmas morning the gang at the
Monarch billiard hall gave quite a recep-
ton 10 their friends Several hundred of
neat invitations had been sent out and
there was a very generous response to these
from the bows
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

McNaughten x Miles drawing came off
at II o'clock this morning. 1t was con
Quoted by John Hughs and John McCor-
mick. The numbers were drawn by Miss
Lille Fox and Master Roy Hayes The
lucky number was 2lfS and was held by
the Widow Sarah A Shanks residence
Is3 North Hydraulic avenue. sister OF Mr.
Cox. Being in great need Of something
Of that kind. she is delighted with her
Christmas gift.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

Mrs Gandolfo wis hes 10 return thanks
for the liberal contributions received and
the ccurtesieS extended her while she was
engaged in soliciting for destitute fam
lily She says that the poor family are
now supplied with necesearies and are
most grateful for the assistance given
Z
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
The COURTS
DISTRICT COURT.

The somewhat noted case OF Eichholtz
vs.. the Arkansas Valley Agricultural so
ciety. was disposed Of yesterday by Judge
Wall. This case which was the resultant
OF several meeting of the stockholders Of
the association was an application 70 have
a receiver appointed. His honor. however,
did not think that the circumstances war
ranted such an action, and gave Judgment
by which between twenty and twenty-five
thousand dollars viii be returned to the
association.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

+. Is. Clark was yesterday made the re
cipient of an elegant gold watch and chain
by his employers, the Ice Investment Co
in appreciation OF services rendered. The
watch is ii beauty, and +. b. feels very
nrnnd of he lift
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27
4 FEW MISTAKES.

The report of the drawing at the New
York store Saturday, was not free of mis-
takes, some Of the numbers being wrong.
The following shows the list as corrected:
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

Little Hattie Petrie, daughter of Mr.. J.
d. Mills, member of hose company No. >,
held the lucky number on the stove given
away as Christmas gift by kearney x
TAYLOR
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

Miss Belle Hirsh, the little daughter OF
A. j. HIrsh the East Douglas grocer held
the lucky number that drew the cart and
pony at the New York Store drawing
Christmas eve.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

Col. Z. {. Cole arrived yesterday from a
visit Of some weeks 10 Chicago. He say,
he had a very nice time with relatives and
friends, but as to the town thinks its too
far from Wichita TO amount to much.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

Preparations are being made for
a skating and dancing party to be given
at the park at south end of the motor
line Thursday evening.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

The firm of Cole & Jones presented each
one Of their employees with an elegant
Christmas present
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

Sheriff Hays remembered his five
deputies Christmas morning by inviting
them into Lock q Findeiss' aud present
ing them al with solid and substantial
leather foundations.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

Mir. BiXby. of the Missouri Pacific en-
gineerng corps, yesterday received a tele-
gram announcing the death Of his brother
in Boston.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

There WAS an unusually large attend
ance at the \. II. c. a. meeting Sunday
afternoon, and the address Of Chancellor
Everest, Of Garfield university, was exceed
ingly interesting
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

~ f. Nail, Mansfield O. who comes
here to put on the Drummer Boy forthe
q. A. R, made us a call Yesterday.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

\ chess club composed Of a number of
prominent young men has been organized
in the city, The plan OF the club and the
rules gov erning its organization are the
same as those OF eastern clubs.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

Mr.. j. V. Majors, contractor, presented
his foreman MIR. ID. NJ. Stone with an ele-
CANT gold watch for Christmas present.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

The Missouri Pacific employees in the
city gave banquet Christmas evening at
Councillors TO which they invited u NUM-
Der OF their friends. The boys know how
to make an evening pleasant Tor their
friends
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

The new street car franchise is not ex
elusive, while the first section leaves the
matter entirely in the hands of the city
council
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

The German Catholic Christmas tree
rafting is to be continued on Tuesday
evening, December p
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

For here i rest.
For weary brain and breast.
Deep rest. complete.
And never more
Heart weary and foot-Sore,
Shall stray thy feet
Rest here, at last
The long way overpast-
Rest here at home:
Thy race is run
Thy dreary journey done,
Thy last peak clomb.
Wichita eagle., 1887-12-27

\ merrier multitude never ss>emb led
for Christmas festivity than gathered al
the United Brethren church last Saturday
evening. The church was literally packed
with young and old. all running over with
Christmas JOY. Even every foot OF stand
ing room was occupied to the last, and as
many were compelled to go away for want
Of room For this happy company the
managers OF the school, headed by the
very efficient superintendent. Mr.. J. Sni-
der, had provided Christmas tree illumi-
mated with many Wax candles, a complete
program Of songs. recitations, readings and
spicy speeches and for the children rich
and various treat. The program was sue
eesSfuliy carried out. the treat distributed
to the happy. eager children, and the more
than two hundred members OF the school
and their many fris-isis retired from the
fes,iyity 81 the evening wishing Christmas
and it, gifts, and joys and greetings came
four or five times year.
The Bozeman weekly chronicle. (Bozeman, Mont.) 1883-1889, 1887-10-19
The New Cattle Car

Considerable interest is being taken
by beef shippers this fall in Streets
stable car for the transportation of live
stoeks which. though muse for five or
six years between Chicago and New
York, has only this season been made
use of for the shipment of range cattle.
The car, as its name denotes, is stable
on wheels, being stock car thirty-six
feet long and of ordinary width divided
by movable partitions into three box
stalls capable of accommodating seven
head of cattle in each. 1t is fitted inside